Business Partner (iBranch)

Being a part of the Hollywoodbets Purple Team is an opportunity to become a part of one of South Africa’s biggest success stories. From humble beginnings in Durban, Hollywoodbets has grown into a powerhouse brand operating across Africa and the United Kingdom. And that’s just the beginning. Our talented Team is on a mission to increase our global footprint, ready to take on any challenge because at Hollywoodbets, not even the sky is the limit. Join our Team and let’s reach for the stars. We have an amazing opportunity for a Business Partner (iBranch) to be based in Umhlanga, Durban. Do you think you have what it takes to be our newest Purple Star? The successful candidate will be responsible for aligning business operations with strategic goals by supporting planning, improving processes, managing resources, and analyzing data. The successful candidate will ensure cross-functional collaboration, manage risks, lead projects, and maintain compliance, acting as a vital link between strategy and execution to optimize operational efficiency and support business objectives. With Hollywoodbets You Will:

1. Innovate and create as part of a like-minded, authentic Team eager to achieve goals.
2. Embrace challenges and the thrill of working in a vibrant and fast-paced industry.
3. Grow with our development plans and culture that allows you to further your career.

• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle
• 3—5 years’ experience in Sales or Business Development
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in Customer Service
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in People Management
• Strong analytical skills

• Relevant Diploma/ Degree

• Provide strategic leadership and direction in the development of business strategies across the regions.
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• Clean, organize, and analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Analyze booster Teams costs and report to management on the findings to help make better financial decisions.
• Vehicle related cost analysis and report on discrepancies.
• Collaborate with iBranch Regional Management Team on reporting, productivity, and innovation.
• Review monthly incentive reports from the regions and ensure accuracy before management final sign-off, report on monthly trends and use the reports to guide mobile management on focus areas.
• Verify monthly airtime spreadsheets and ensure accuracy before management final sign-off.
• Conduct training needs analysis to identify operational training gaps within the operations and regional teams and develop strategies to address them.
• Prepare the monthly promotional stock management and usage report.
• Analyze daily TUV reports and ensure cash-ups are accurate.
• Provide daily reports to the Operation Manager.
• Collaborate with the Compliance department to ensure that products and services comply with Gambling Board requirements and standards.
• Develop and update all operation’s SOPs.
• Perform any other ad hoc duties as required.

• Ability to problem solve in a timely and effective manner
• Formulate objectives and implement plans consistent with the organization.
• Consistently deliver required business results.
• Ability to be attuned to the needs of the market and developments
• High sense of accountability towards work
• Ability to adhere to all compliance procedures
• Reporting and project management skills
• Strong business acumen